It is a shame that the man whose inspiring life and legacy are so much a part of Lakers history was on poor terms with that organization when he passed away, but the Clippers welcomed him for his “…
Jerry West, right, speaks during a news conference to introduce him as an advisor to the Clippers head coach Doc Rivers laughs on June 19, 2017, in Playa Vista.
“Jerry West is forever a basketball icon. He brought Lakers fans their first championship in Los Angeles in 1972 and was integral to another six titles during his time with us. Our thoughts are with the West family and the many NBA fans who honor his legacy. Jerry West will always be a Lakers legend.”
Talking on Wednesday with members of the organization who worked closely with him in recent years, that – the great care he took with everyone and every task – wasJust as Magic and Kobe Bryant before them, Clippers stars Kawhi Leonard and Paul George were among the Clippers who would receive regular tutelage from West, because he was such a regular presence at the practice facility. Just as he was at games. And at team officials’ meetings.
“He was as humble a person as you would ever find, his humility and his willingness to share was special,” Hughes said. “If you were Steve Ballmer or Gus working in the equipment room, he gave people his time. He did that.” And Lue, a former Lakers guard drafted by West in 1998, said in his statement: “Whether I was playing or coaching, he was there for me with advice and encouragement. Sometimes, he was just there to listen.”
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